Attorney - Insurance Defense

W3Global; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid CLE & bar dues

Paid time off & holidays

Mentorship and career growth

Job summary

W3Global seeks an Insurance Defense Attorney to join its Charleston office, offering hands-on courtroom exposure and meaningful case responsibility for an early-career litigator. You will be supported by an experienced team and mentored toward a long-term career in insurance defense litigation.

The firm emphasizes a collaborative environment, professional development, and opportunities for advancement as the practice grows in Charleston. Strong mentorship and training accompany the role.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active SC license to practice law.
• 1–3 years of litigation experience; insurance defense preferred.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters with high-quality work product.
• Professional communication and client-service orientation.
• Interest in a long-term career in insurance defense litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage matters through the litigation process from investigation to resolution.
• Handle diverse insurance defense caseload with increasing autonomy.
• Develop case strategy with clients and senior attorneys.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlements, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and write clear analyses.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, carriers, and industry professionals.
• Prioritize deadlines and case-related responsibilities with attention to detail.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Client service

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated Insurance Defense Attorney to join its growing Charleston office. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career litigation attorney who wants meaningful case responsibility, hands‑on courtroom exposure, and the support of an experienced insurance defense team.

The firm offers a collaborative environment with strong mentorship from seasoned attorneys, providing the guidance and training needed to build a successful long-term career in insurance defense litigation. As the practice continues to grow, there is meaningful opportunity for professional development and advancement.

What You’ll Do

• As an Insurance Defense Attorney, you will manage matters through the litigation process, from initial investigation and case assessment through resolution. Responsibilities include:
• Handle a diverse insurance defense caseload with increasing autonomy
• Develop case strategy in partnership with clients and senior attorneys
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written analysis
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and other court‑related proceedings
• Communicate proactively with clients, opposing counsel, carriers, and industry professionals
• Manage competing priorities, deadlines, and case‑related responsibilities with close attention to detail

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in South Carolina
• 1-3 years of litigation experience; insurance defense experience is strongly preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters while maintaining high‑quality work product
• Professional communication skills and a client‑service‑oriented approach
• Interest in developing a long‑term career within insurance defense litigation

Compensation & Benefits

• The firm offers a competitive salary, performance‑based bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and bar dues
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Ongoing mentorship, training, and career‑growth opportunities within a well‑established insurance defense practice